Over the weekend, Jose Chameleone hosted his much-anticipated VIP ‘Legend In Gold’ concert at Kampala Serena Hotel. During his performance of the late Elly Wamala’s classic “Nga Bwewakolanga,” Chameleone took a moment to address Zari Hassan, raising eyebrows and fueling speculation about her relationship with her husband, Shakib Cham.
Zari, who had received a personal invitation to the event, attended alone, which did not go unnoticed. Midway through his set, Chameleone paused to acknowledge Zari’s presence in the crowd and posed a question that caught many off guard: “Zari, where did you leave your husband? When I extended my invitation, I invited you as a couple,” he said, drawing cheers and laughter from the audience.
In response, Zari subtly indicated that Shakib Cham was not with her because he was still asleep, suggesting that his absence was due to a simple personal matter rather than a deeper issue.
This moment comes amid recent turmoil in Zari and Shakib’s relationship, which has been under public scrutiny. Last month, tensions between the couple flared up when Zari’s ex-partner, Tanzanian bongo flava star Diamond Platnumz, made a surprise visit to celebrate their daughter’s birthday at Zari’s South African home. Shakib had expressed concerns over Zari’s social media posts featuring Diamond, which he felt were disrespectful. In retaliation, Zari took to social media to air grievances, accusing Shakib of financial instability.
The public fallout has led to speculation about the state of their marriage, with the couple having been noticeably absent from public appearances together since the incident. While some view the drama as a potential publicity stunt, Shakib has been candid about his frustration, expressing that he could not tolerate the perceived disrespect.
The ongoing saga between Zari and Shakib continues to capture public interest, with fans and followers closely watching for any further developments in their relationship.